We are currently seeking a talented individual to become a Racing Tab Writer. An individual could be successful if they possess the following.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Report on the timed workouts of thoroughbred racehorses.
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Ensure accuracy in reporting workout times and conditions.
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Record horse name (with correct spelling)
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Record the trainer’s name
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Record the distance of the workout
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Record the official time of the workout provided by an official clocker
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Record the track surface
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Punctual attendance required
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Ability to work required overtime.
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Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age.
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Must be able to read, write legibly, understand and speak English
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Ability to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment
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Ability to work weekends, evenings and holidays
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Ability to stand for periods of time and work in inclement weather when necessary
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High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required
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1 year related experience and/or training; or combination.
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Must be knowledgeable of the Rules of Racing
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Proficiency in using software for data entry and reporting.
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Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation.
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Excellent customer service/communication skills
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Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by company policy.
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Must be able to respond to visual and oral cues
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job does not have supervisory responsibilities.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in in English may also be required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to stand and walk for the majority of the shift. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and must have the ability to stand, climb, push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employee could be exposed to an environment containing unrestricted second-hand tobacco smoke.
OAKLAWN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
It is Oaklawn's intent to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe and secure environment for our Team Members. All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
